Convert Pound-force to Short Ton-force
Type the number of pounds-force that you wish to convert to short tons-force.
How to Convert Pounds-force to Short Tons-force
The pound-force and short ton-force are both units of force. By definition, 1 short ton-force equals exactly 2000 pounds-force. This means to convert pounds-force to short tons-force, you divide by 2000.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 lbf to short tons-force:
We need to convert pounds-force to short tons-force
Since 1 tonf = 2000 lbf, divide by 2000
5 ÷ 2000 = 0.0025
5 lbf = 0.0025 tonf
Pound-force to Short Ton-force Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common pound-force to short ton-force conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Pounds-force (lbf) | Short Tons-force (tonf) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 lbf | 5e-5 tonf |
| 0.5 lbf | 0.00025 tonf |
| 1 lbf | 0.0005 tonf |
| 2 lbf | 0.001 tonf |
| 5 lbf | 0.0025 tonf |
| 10 lbf | 0.005 tonf |
| 25 lbf | 0.0125 tonf |
| 50 lbf | 0.025 tonf |
| 100 lbf | 0.05 tonf |
About These Units
Pound-force (lbf)
A pound-force (lbf) equals 4.448 newtons—the force exerted by 1 pound mass under standard gravity. Pound-force is the standard US unit for force, measuring thrust, tension, and weight. Torque is often expressed in pound-feet (lbf·ft).
Short Ton-force (tonf)
A short ton-force (tonf) equals 2,000 pounds-force or 8.896 kilonewtons. Ton-force measures heavy industrial forces: press capacity, cable breaking strength, and ship anchor holding power in US applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert pounds-force to short tons-force?
To convert pounds-force to short tons-force, divide the value by 2000. For example, 10 lbf = 0.005 tonf.
How many short tons-force are in 1 pound-force?
1 pound-force equals 0.0005 short tons-force.
What is the formula for pounds-force to short tons-force?
The formula is: tonf = lbf ÷ 2000.